Serif Flared Alho 1 is a light, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif features pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairlines and stronger main strokes, giving a polished, high-clarity texture. Serifs are tapered and slightly flared, often bracketed, with a sharp, chiseled finish rather than blunt terminals. Capitals feel stately and well-proportioned with generous interior space, while the lowercase keeps a compact, even rhythm and a clear, readable silhouette. Numerals follow the same contrasty logic, with delicate joins and refined curves that stay consistent across the set.
It suits editorial headlines, magazine layouts, and book-cover titling where contrast and refined serifs can carry the design. It also works well for premium branding and packaging, especially at medium to large sizes where the tapered details and hairlines remain crisp.
The overall tone is poised and cultivated, leaning toward a contemporary take on classic book and magazine typography. Its sharp details and controlled contrast convey formality and confidence without feeling ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, upscale serif voice by combining strong vertical structure with sharp hairlines and subtly flared endings. It aims for a balance of classic authority and contemporary neatness, producing a high-end look in both titling and carefully set text.
In text, the font maintains a clean baseline and consistent color while letting hairlines and tapered endings add sparkle at larger sizes. The italics are not shown; the visible style emphasizes straight, upright structure with neatly cut curves and terminals.